Today, I overslept — got 6:45 hours of sleep, which is a whole hour more than I’ve been getting lately. And you know what? It feels even better than usual. There’s something magical about waking up and truly enjoying the new day. The birds are singing, the dew is sparkling on the leaves, and it all feels new, like I’m seeing it for the first time.
It’s amazing to feel young again! 😊
Daily Progress
Here’s how I’m doing today:
Weight Loss
| Date | Weight (lbs) |
| Weight Goal | 176.0 (80.0 kg) |
| 2 Jan 2025 – Day 1 | 235.5 (106.8 kg) |
| 31 Jan 2025 – Month 1 | 209.4 (95.0 kg) |
| 6 Feb 2025 – Week 5 | 204.4 (92.7 kg) |
| 7 Feb 2025 | 206.4 (93.6 kg) |
Report: I gained 2 lbs (0.9 kg) today.
Total Loss: 29.1 lbs (13.2 kg) in 36 days
Average Loss Per Day: 0.81 lb (0.37 kg)
So, it looks like my weight has plateaued again. This happens more often now, and that’s okay. This whole process is an experiment to see what happens when you stick to these diet protocols for a longer period of time. All data is valuable, even when things slow down.
I had hoped to lose about a pound a day, but now that I see the reality of it, I think I could only do that if I fasted the entire time until I hit my goal weight. And this experiment I’m doing is to see what we can do in fairly normal conditions with a job and other responsibilities. So, you can lose a pound a day is you fast for extended length of time, like 10 days at a time. But some of those days you’ll be too weak to work, so not all of us could do it, so I won’t.
That said, I’m learning that consistency is key, and I’m sticking with the long-term plan. I’ll take a break from the diet tomorrow and experiment with changing things up. Weight loss doesn’t always follow a straight line, and I’m willing to try different methods to find the best way to get there.
The one thing that will always be the same though, is my commitment to reach my goal, no matter how long it takes. So I’ve got the time to experiment and adjust as I go.
Blood Pressure (BP)
| Date | BP – Before Food (Best of 3) | BP – Before Food (Worst of 3) | Average |
| BP Goal | 120/80 | ||
| 2 Jan 25 – Day 1 | 155/103 | 166/102 | 160.5/102.5 |
| 31 Jan 25 – Mth 1 | 125/81 | 129/84 | 127/82.5 |
| 6 Feb 25 – Week 5 | 124.5/78.5 | 153/100 | 148/96 |
| 7 Feb 2025 | 113/71 | 120/71 | 116.5/71 |
Report: My blood pressure went up and down today.
My systolic blood pressure (the first number) dropped by 0.5.
My diastolic blood pressure (the second number) went up by 1.5.
What’s really amazing is that in all three of my readings today, my diastolic number was 71! I never would have thought that was possible when I remember the days when my blood pressure was dangerously high — as high as 200/114 less than a year ago. To think that today, it’s been reduced to below 120/80, just with (almost) diet alone, is incredible. I feel so much better, and no matter where my weight is, this is worth it on its own.
Blood Glucose
| Date | Blood Glucose – Before Food (mmol/L) |
| Blood Glucose Goal | 4.2 |
| 2 Jan 2025 – Day 1 | 7.2 |
| 31 Jan 2025 – Month 1 | 4.4 |
| 6 Feb 2025 – Week 5 | 4.7 |
| 7 Feb 2025 | 4.2 |
Report: My blood glucose dropped by 0.5 today.
Days within the normal range (3.9–5.6 mmol/L): 31 days out of 33 days.
As long as my blood glucose stays in the normal range, I’m happy. Keeping it there is helping normalize my insulin pathways. Over time, this will prevent the yo-yo effect of weight loss and gain. And eventually, I’ll get back to a healthier, steady weight, without always being hungry like when I was younger!
Looking Ahead
I’m still feeling good, and even though I’ve hit a few plateaus, I know that this journey is a marathon, not a sprint. Progress doesn’t always happen in a straight line, but every step is bringing me closer to my goal. I’m committed to staying on track, trusting the process, and adjusting when needed.
See you tomorrow! 😊
Warmly,
Paul
